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Comparing the concentration of Vitamin C in a fresh fruit versus its carton juice
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Comparing the concentration of Vitamin C in a fresh fruit versus its carton juice Introduction: This coursework aims to compare the concentration of Vitamin C in fresh fruit versus its carton juice. Background Information: Vitamins are a range of substances required for good health. They have an effect on many bodily functions and are needed in small quantities for normal health. They are usually separated into water-soluble (Vitamins B and C) and fat-soluble (Vitamins A, D, E and K) groups. This investigation focuses on Vitamin C. Hypothesis: I hypothesise that fresh fruit will have a higher concentration of Vitamin C than its carton juice. I may possibly find that citrus fruits will have a greater concentration of Vitamin C than non-citrus fruits. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a water-soluble vitamin. Water-soluble vitamins are readily excreted in urine and so they have to be consumed regularly. Vitamin C is said to act...
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